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Laura | 7 years ago
This Is Something I See Asked Often Elsewhere Online But Don’t Know The Answer…what Are…

This is something I see asked often elsewhere online but don’t know the answer…what are the symptoms of a PARTIAL bowel obstruction in both dogs and cats?

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  1. Krista Magnifico

    Hello,
    It depends on a huge number of things.. like species, breed, age, the type of obstruction and where it happens. For instance is this cancer, food, foreign body… and where it is,, i.e. Intestines, colon, stomach. Etc. sorry. I can try to help more with a better idea of what you’re thinking/worried about

  2. Anonymous

    Ah, apologies. Foreign body partial obstruction – for example, a corn cob that isn’t fully obstructing the bowel, but may not have fully passed.

    I get asked about symptoms quite a bit (“I’m not sure if Fluffy pooped it all out” is the most common thing I hear) and I’d love some guidance to help folks understand their dog’s behaviors a bit better.

  3. Anonymous

    And for cats…DO they get foreign body partial obstructions often enough to have a checklist of symptoms?

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Pawbly | 7 years ago
I Had My Puppy In My Arms Today And He Jumped Out Of My Arms…

I had my puppy in my arms today and he jumped out of my arms and landed on his head and seemed to have a seizure straight away it came out of it but is breathing very fast through its nose and they are not deep breaths and his stomach is moving when he breathes its really rapid. He also doesn’t seem to want to move and is having a hard time standing and walking

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  1. Anonymous

    This is an emergency. Take your puppy to the nearest pet ER NOW.

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Denise Reitan | 7 years ago
We Have An ~ 4mos Old Puppy Who Testicles Became Inflamed And/or Infected Recently. …

We have an ~ 4mos old puppy who testicles became inflamed and/or infected recently. He has had some diarrhea as well (was diagnosed with roundworm and treated), but otherwise has been acting fine. Blood work showed his was slightly anemic and his WBC was slightly high. Thyroid test was normal. UA was normal. Urine culture showed two different types of bacteria, but they decided it was contamination and didn’t treat one of them since it was only susceptible to an antibiotic that isn’t good for puppies. He was already on Doxy which would treat the second bacteria. Brucella screen was negative. He was neutered the other day and the testes were filled with blood. They were sent to the pathologist and a culture was also submitted (results pending). They also ran a distemper test as well as a different type of Brucella test (results also pending). Torsion was ruled out. Has anyone seen anything like this? Are there other tests we should ask about running to figure out what is causing this?

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  1. Krista Magnifico

    Hello,
    I have not seen anything like this. I suppose neoplasia, trauma and toxin are also on the list. The pathologist can hopefully provide the answer. Let us know please. Best of luck to your puppy.

  2. Denise Reitan Post author

    They did X-rays and ultrasound and it didn’t show any masses. Trauma is still being considered, but in a week’s time things got worse, not better which seems a little unusual for trauma. No one has mentioned toxins yet – I’ll ask about that. Thanks! I will let you know what the pathology report says (probably be a few more days still).

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Pawbly | 7 years ago
I Believe My 4 Month Old Kitten Has Acid Reflux. She Was Born From My…

I believe my 4 month old kitten has acid reflux. She was born from my sisters cats first litter so she has a lot of birth defects already. For the past month every time she eats a bowl of Meow-Mix cat food she throws up stringy saliva. She also seems to be chocking while doing it. Her other birth defects are twisted in legs, broken tail, and she has a little lazy eye. Please comment if you need any further information.

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  1. Krista Magnifico

    Hello,
    Can you try feeding her wet food? Even in small amounts with water added and see how she does? Perhaps she cannot eat dry food? Or she eats too much too fast? Also meow mix is not suitable for a kitten. Please try a better quality food that is age appropriate (kitten food).

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Pawbly | 7 years ago
My Guinea Pig Hasn’t Eaten Or Drinked Water In A Few Days. She Also Hasn’t…

My guinea pig hasn’t eaten or drinked water in a few days. She also hasn’t pooped. Are these signs of constipation ?

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  1. Krista Magnifico

    Hello,
    It can be signs of many things but it is usually a sign of something serious and you should see your vet as quickly as possible.

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Pawbly | 7 years ago
In The Near Future I Am Thinking Of Getting A Kitten But I Have A…

In the near future I am thinking of getting a kitten but I have a dog which I have had for 6 years but when seeing small animals such as rabbits he has a tendency to nip them nothing to harsh but I am just weary as the kitten has only got 3 legs is there any advice or tips to get my dog to stop nipping other small animals in preparation for the kitten thanks.

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  1. Krista Magnifico

    Hello
    A trainer might be able to help you with basic obedience training so that he listens to commands and learns to listen before acting. Also it might help to start to expose him to cats in a safe neutral territory so that he gets used to them and is not so curious about chasing or harassing them. Dogs can be trained to live with cats safely. Good luck.

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Pawbly | 7 years ago
Hey There, I Am 17 Years Old And I Adore Animals. I Live With Just…

Hey there, I am 17 years old and I adore animals. I live with just myself and my mother and I currently have 4 cats (soon to be more probably) 2 gerbils, and 2 goldfish. I look after my pets very well and make sure they are happy and healthy.

I have always loved birds and have always pictured myself having a parrot (such as a macaw) I have owned finches, budgies, and other small pasts in the distant past, but I haven’t had any for a while thus I will not get a large bird like a macaw. One that has really caught my eye is a Sun Conure. I think they are beautiful birds and would love to have one as a pet to commit my time to.

I will mention in a list-styled fashion what my concerns are:

-I am 17, very young and my life is just beginning. I don’t travel much but will likely travel every so often. Not to mention I may be starting university soon.

-I have 4 cats, obviously cats and birds don’t mix. My plan would mainly be to just make sure they are seperated at all times in the house but I am still concerned, should I be?

-Gerbils natural predators are birds, as far as I know, Sun Conures do not eat rodents, however they would still terrify my gerbils. Gerbils only live until around 4 years old so maybe once they are gone I will get my bird.

Besides what I listed, I cannot think of any reasons as to why I would not be ready. I will always commit my free time to looking after it and spending time with it, I will be sure it’s healthy, regular check ups, and so forth. Would like to hear some feed back. Am I ready?

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  1. Krista Magnifico

    Hello,
    It sounds like you have a very full and busy life with your pets already and that you are about to embark on a new adventure at school. birds need a great deal of time and attention and can be very fragile in stressful environments. I think it would be best to focus on your current pets and starting another chapter of your life and leave the bird quest for a time when you are settled and comfortable with a home and can devote the hours and space needed to care for them adequately.

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Pawbly | 7 years ago
My Dogs Lipstick Is Out And I Need To Help Him Get It Back In…

My dogs lipstick is out and I need to help him get it back in

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  1. Krista Magnifico

    Hello,
    I think the best way is to see a vet for an injectable sedative. The other option is to keep the penis lubricated with sterile KY jelly and wait until the tissue relaxes on its own. Protecting against self mutilation and trauma along with drying is imperative. Please also neuter your dog.

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Pawbly | 7 years ago
My Almost 7 Year Old Puggle Minnie Has Started Throwing Up After She Has Food…

My almost 7 year old Puggle Minnie has started throwing up after she has food or a snack. She has been on the same food all her life and the same snacks too. This throwing up just started on Sunday of this week (July 23rd). She also recently started hiding under the bed in the mornings because she doesn’t want to go out. I have an appointment with her vet on Friday but I am worried and wondered if anyone had any suggestions or thoughts. Thank you!

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  1. Anonymous

    Is it possible this is a bad bag? Definitely talk with the vet about this.

  2. Jennifer Taylor

    Is the vomiting accompanied by diarrhea? Is she drinking? Is she able to keep any food down? Although it is late in the day I would call my vet to get their thoughts. Best wishes for Minnie!

  3. Carrie Deitz

    Thank you. No diarrhea. My husband just told me that she did eat her food late last night with no issues. We aren’t giving her snacks since that seems to be the trigger. We have an appointment with the vet tomorrow. I appreciate you responding!

  4. Anonymous

    After the vet, I was going to encourage an elimination diet to figure out the trigger. Stick to high quality treats from now on. 🙂 Good luck!

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Essie Pfau | 7 years ago
How Long Should You Wait To Play With A Boxer Puppy (almost 8mos Old) After…

How long should you wait to play with a boxer puppy (almost 8mos old) after they eat? I’ve read about bloat and am trying to nail down our morning routine.

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  1. Laura

    When our Dobe was a pup, we kept her quiet for an hour before and an hour after all meals. I would stick to that…and maybe, instead of playing, use puppy’s meal as a training opportunity, since mental work trumps physical work for wearing out a dog of any age. Use the meal as training treats instead of actual treats. 🙂